China has solidified its position as a global innovation powerhouse, with its rapid technological advancements creating unprecedented opportunities for international businesses, according to Oliver Oehms, executive director of the German Chamber of Commerce in China-North China. Speaking to CGTN this week, Oehms emphasized that 'China speed' continues to redefine market expectations across industries.
Recent developments in artificial intelligence, renewable energy integration, and smart manufacturing demonstrate the Chinese mainland's growing technological leadership. The chamber reports that German companies operating in China achieved 18% year-on-year growth in R&D investment during 2025, reflecting confidence in the region's innovation ecosystem.
'What we're witnessing is not just scale, but qualitative leaps in technological sophistication,' Oehms noted, pointing to breakthroughs in quantum computing applications and next-generation battery technologies. The chamber recommends businesses maintain or expand their China presence to remain competitive in critical future industries.
This analysis comes as the Chinese mainland implements new policies to streamline foreign investment processes, particularly in high-tech zones across Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei province. Economic observers suggest these measures could position the region as a primary gateway for European-Asian technological collaboration through 2026.
